I love your list of thoughts, or 'Gems" for the day. There are so many people out there that just play games, plain and simple, and I won't put up with any of that ish anymore. I'd rather be by myself than stay stuck in someone else'd mess.

@Believer - The journey is laden with many things; good or bad; it's what we do with the experiences that makes the most difference. Self-respect is something that so many take for granted

@Carey - A Time Called Now is the culmination of all we've gone through and how well we're applying it to our current lives.

@Keith - I feel you on being held accountable for what others have done. Even though I was horribly hurt in my past, I never took it out on a current; in fact, I tended to love him that much harder; too bad he was too stupid to receive. Oh well, his loss will be someone else's gain one day.

@Angela - Thank you for stopping by to check me out and I'm happy that you found what I'd posted enjoyable.

@Soloman - Amen to that! Right now, I live life on MY terms and you're either on board or not. Yes, I'm willing to bend or bow a little, but not if it's not in my best interest. Keep on keeping on sweetie; take that necessary stand.

I have nothing of value to add *lol*! I simply wanted to say that I love this post. Like T.C., I thought the first one resonated the most, but as I continued to read, each one was potent! Thank you, thank you! I'm saving this list!